Moscow, Idaho vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 8.2% more expensive than Moscow, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $76,792 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Moscow, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Moscow, Idaho
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
113% more expensive in Chicago
than in Moscow, Idaho
Moscow, ID vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Moscow, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.2% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  3.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.1% higher
  Commute
  113.4% higher
  Health
  18.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.7% higher